Sometimes it doesn't matter whether it is true destiny or not. What matters is whether other people believe in it or not. And what can I say about the opportunity that Ardashir seized this time? At least the descendants of Parthia in Central Asia have to believe it even if they don't believe it.
Because there is no choice.
When people are under too difficult conditions, they always need some support, or belief, or belief, or some illusory hope. In short, they need such things to hold on.
Ardashir's attack at this time, if nothing else, can at least serve as a glimmer of hope for the Parthian descendants of Central Asia when they have no other choice.
When human beings have hope, and when they have no hope are completely different things.
"Ardashir was unable to defeat Kandahar and was trapped in Kabul. Talking about the so-called hope is nonsense." Chen Xi said very plainly. Back then, under the plans of Zhu Helai and Tavasdes, Ardashir was the last one.
opportunity for a comeback.
It can be said that if Ardashir really captured Kabul, Kandahar, and the mountain city of Bactla at that time, it could really be said that the situation was accomplished. After all, when these places were combined, relying on the dangers of mountains and rivers, and relying on Kushan, even the Han Dynasty
It is very difficult for a team to win, but it is not impossible to seize one or two opportunities later and make a comeback.
However, that time due to Chen Zhong's decisive backstab and Ma Chao traveling thousands of miles to intercept Ardashir, the original strategy collapsed. Ardashir only gained Kabul. In this way, although compared to other
The situation in the Caucasus was several times better, but it was just a small corner.
Again, even if Cao Cao's men were attacked by surprise, as long as Kandahar was defended, no matter how much Ardashir won, it would not change the outcome.
The danger of mountains and rivers is good for Ardashir, but it also restricts Ardashir's expansion. Just like ancient China, after it develops to a certain level, it will be restricted by the mountains and rivers that protect China.
"You all think so highly of Cao Sikong?" Jia Xu glanced at Chen Xi and asked.
"Although I don't like Cao Sikong's personality and style, the people under Cao Sikong are indeed capable people. I have always believed that Cao Sikong can penetrate Kabul and Khyber." Chen Xi said calmly, "At most, it's just
It’s just a matter of time.”
Why was Cao Cao placed in Beigui? Because among the current big forces of the Han Dynasty, only Liu Bei and Cao Cao could stand firm in Beigui in the early days, and other forces could not withstand them after they passed.
Just think about Zhuge Liang's departure from the Qishan Mountains. Although the mountain roads in the Qinling Mountains are difficult to walk, there is still a clear gap compared with the natural dangers of Beigui. Therefore, in the face of such dangerous mountains and rivers, there is no hard choice. Beigui can
Only more power will be used.
"You all think so?" Jia Xu said with a sneer.
"I think you have gone too far. Cao Sikong's ability is trustworthy, but if you still trust him after so many things have happened, you are looking down on the world. Aldashir is also waiting for an opportunity." Jia Xu
He sneered and said, "The dangers of the mountains and rivers in Kandahar are indeed formidable, but people's hearts are the last barrier. Cao Sikong has lost people's hearts."
Chen Xi's face darkened when he heard this, but he did not deny Jia Xu's judgment. When Jia Xu didn't involve himself, all his plans were perfect. When it came to himself, all his self-protection plans were also perfect.
Perfect, this is such a perfect counselor.
"I'm worried that Cao Sikong won't be able to defend Kandahar, especially this time." Jia Xu said seriously, "It's not that Xun Yu and Xun You are not strong, but that they have fallen into some kind of human dilemma, and
As Ardashir shows certain qualities, Cao Sikong's illusory foundation will naturally be exposed, and these will be fatal."
Chen Xi looked solemn when he heard this. After listening to Jia Xu's words, he had to admit that what the other party said was very reasonable. Indeed, if Aldashir showed a heroic side, it might indeed shake the foundation of Kandahar, especially since Cao Cao had indeed lost his
In the case of human hearts.
"Master Jia, in fact, what you said is based on the existence of destiny in Ardashir." Zhuge Liang stopped what he was doing, sat up straight and spoke to Jia Xu.
"But in the current situation, Ardashir has seized the opportunity. Even if there is no destiny, after stepping forward, the Parthian survivors in Central Asia will recognize this destiny, because they have no choice." Jia Xu said seriously.
, it doesn’t matter whether it is destiny or not, what matters is whether others believe it. If others believe it, then this is Manifest Destiny. If others do not believe it, then this is bullshit.
However, the problem now is here. Under such a big environment, we have to believe it!
Even when a general trend is formed, I am afraid that even Cao Cao's subordinates will inevitably believe it.
"Don't worry, when Aldashir raised his banner, made his identity clear, and really started to absorb the Central Asian survivors, his destiny will explode. I wonder if Xun Wenruo and the others choose to shrink completely at this time, they also want to take advantage of it.
, plus completely destroy the orthodoxy of Ardashir." Zhuge Liang said with a calm expression.
Originally, the move of sitting on the ground was very reliable, but when there was a locust plague, Cao Cao had to retreat, and then he was severely punished by Ardashir, who did not suffer the locust plague.
It is precisely because of this operation that there is the logic that Jia Xu said that Aldashir has the destiny. Without this operation, Aldashir is basically nonsense.
"Exploded?" Jia Xu looked at Zhuge Liang confused, what kind of operation was this?
"I'm looking for information." Zhuge Liang rummaged around in his place, and after a while he found the information he wanted in the folder, and then handed it to Jia Xu. This is the Ganshi family that was hammered by locusts.
Afterwards, relying on the planetary atmospheric circulation map, the approximate sunny and rainy areas around the world were recalculated.
Jia Xu lowered his head and looked at the information, his expression getting weirder and weirder as he looked at it, but the sudden realization of knowledge between his brows and eyes could still be easily seen. The more he looked at this information, the more satisfied he became, because this information solved a lot of his doubts.
It also gave him a more accurate understanding of the climate.
Jia Xu also has the ability to read the clouds and know the weather. After all, this is considered a part of the celestial phenomenon, and top advisers must have this ability, but the ability to observe the long-term time is limited, and based on
With this information, the general direction can be seen very far.
"Although I don't say I like it very much, I still have to say that the destiny lies with Cao Sikong, not Ardashir. What Ardashir is doing now, and the destiny revealed, are more the result of the civil servants under Cao's command.
Rely on the other party's destiny to consolidate the foundation of your own country, and maybe use ghosts and gods later to scare the people." Zhuge Liang said with an indifferent expression.
Jia Xu was amazed after reading this. With this information, Jia Xu naturally had a whole set of ways to manipulate the destiny in his mind. What is the destiny of Aldashir? This is the destiny of their Han Dynasty!
"With the advancement of various secret arts and technologies, the gap between the imperial and non-imperial levels is further widening. If the opponent is the Kushan Empire, we have to worry about the possibility that the opponent will resist this future if necessary.
But according to Ardashir, he can't do it." Zhuge Liang sorted out the information and said casually, "What's more, Cao's civil servants should have already prepared."
Jia Xu nodded after hearing this. Indeed, if it were Guishuang, Guishuang would definitely be able to hold on for a while. When they started fighting with Guan Yu, the Han Dynasty and Guishuang directly held up the rainy season, preventing the rainy season from coming.
This ability, regardless of how powerful it is, is definitely enough for just being used to defend against enemies.
And Aldashir does not have this ability. The information left by the Parthian Empire may contain a lot of very good things, but how effective these things can be in the hands of Aldashir is still a question, and there is a very important point.
, there are some things that Ardashir can’t use even if they take them.
"But this seems to be quite dangerous." Fazheng said with a frown. He also looked at the climate distribution map when Jia Xu was looking at it, and roughly understood what Cao Cao was thinking now, but this kind of
There is considerable uncertainty in the plan.
"Even if Cao Sikong has become a toy of the public, does he still like gambling so much?" Chen Xi was a little surprised, while Zhuge Liang was expressionless.
"Gamble. If you win, you might be able to make a comeback. If you lose, let's talk about it again. Anyway, you can't lose worse." Fazheng had a casual expression on his face, and Chen Xi heard this.
There is nothing to say. Considering Cao Cao's current situation, this seems to be the case.
"As far as I'm concerned, although Cao Sikong's matter is a gamble, in my opinion, the success rate is not low, and most of the problems of people's hearts can be solved this time. As long as we don't seek death in the future, many problems will not be solved.
No more problems." Jia Xu was very optimistic about this plan.
Everyone casually discussed the embarrassing situation of Cao Sikong Kandahar after being surrounded by Aldashir. They also relied on their own understanding of Cao Cao to analyze the subsequent situation. Generally speaking, they were still optimistic about Cao Cao. There was no way, unless Aldashir
If you can defeat Cao Cao quickly, you can directly enter Kandahar. Otherwise, all the early victories will have to be returned to Cao Cao, and even your destiny will have to be returned to Cao Cao.
"Emergency information report." While Chen Xi and others were happily discussing Cao Sikong's follow-up counterattack, the guards from the intelligence port arrived at the Government Affairs Council immediately with urgent information.
Guo Jia frowned slightly when he heard this. He had a bad feeling in his heart. He directly took the urgent information and opened it. After scanning it, Guo Jia's expression became gloomy, and his eyes could not hide the coldness.
"What happened?" Chen Xi looked at Guo Jia and asked. He was the only one present who could ask directly. Others and secret reports from the intelligence office needed to be copied based on the situation.
"Media has fallen." Guo Jia said coldly. When Chen Xi heard this, there was a question mark on his head, "What? What are you talking about?" How is it possible that Media has fallen? This is the largest conflict between the Han Dynasty and Rome in Central Asia.
Trading City, there is an entire Imperial Guard stationed there...
Ah, shit, Ma Chao ran away to Northern Europe before. Now there is no one stationed in Media. Before the locust plague, because of the deterrence of Rome and the Han Dynasty, even if there was no garrison, it could still be maintained. No one in the area dared to provoke, but now
The second round of locust plague swept through Central Asia, leaving locals with no food to eat. No matter how great the deterrent of the Han Dynasty and Rome was, it was still no greater than death from starvation.
After robbing the Trading City of Media, Rome and the Han Dynasty reacted at most by sending people to hunt down and kill all the people involved in this matter. The problem was that if they didn't do this, they would starve to death now, so they might as well just go ahead and kill them all.
Grab it, at least grab it directly. You won't die now. If you are lucky later, if you find a corner to hide it, you may not die.
In this case, what choice do you have, of course, grab it.
"What are the Zhen family doing!" Chen Xi's anger burned directly to his head, because the Zhen family had been engaged in democratic voting and failed to build any fiefdoms. In the end, relying on Liu Bei and Chen Xi, they took the area near Media Trading City as a fiefdom.
It can be regarded as hugging the thigh until the end, and getting the support of the thigh.
Other families are actually very envious of this. After all, the prosperity of Media is no joke. It once served as the capital of Parthia and is considered the core essence area. Even if it was plundered by Rome, as long as it is developed properly in the future, it will be another area.
Treasure land.
Relying on their own strength, their experience in controlling business, and the support of Liu Bei and Chen Xi, the Zhen family successfully entered the Media Trading City. It was considered that the Han Dynasty had placed manpower in the past to restrain each other from Rome.
Considering that Ma Chao basically doesn't care about anything, the Zhen family only needs to develop. It can be said that it is the most comfortable family among all the aristocratic families. As a result, the Midea Trading City has been taken down by bandits. Damn it, the Han Empire
Where is the face of the Roman Empire? He was dragged to the ground and trampled by the bandits!
"There is no very detailed information yet, but the Media Trading City fell yesterday. A large number of thieves invaded the Media Trading City, killing, burning and looting." Guo Jia replied expressionlessly.
"That was a capital-level city, and it fell like that?" Li Youren was dumbfounded. What the hell was the Zhen family doing? How did they defeat the thieves?
To put it bluntly, let alone thieves, even if Ardashir attacks the trading city of Media, it can last for at least a month or two. How come it fell just after receiving the news? Are the Zhen family pigs?
"It's probably because of the cooperation between the inside and the outside. After all, Media Trading City is a mixed bag, and there are some uneasy and well-meaning people inside." Zhuge Liang tried his best to comfort Chen Xi and Li You, both of whom looked a little gloomy now.
"Let the head of the Zhen family come over. I remember that he seems to be still in the country." Chen Xi closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, there was no trace of warmth anymore.
This is no longer a matter of lost land, this is a pig. Well, the Han Dynasty needs to give an explanation to Rome for this kind of capsize, because this is a trading city co-managed by two companies. The Han Dynasty and Rome each have half, and Ma Chao
After the attack, it was handed over to the Han Dynasty for custody. As a result, the Han Dynasty turned around and fell the Media Trading City into the hands of thieves!